Iceland Expedition:

Trip Themes

Explore each of these three topics over the course of the program:

Photography

Practice new photography skills—from framing landscapes to taking portraits—and tell the story of your expedition through your pictures. Photograph volcanoes and rushing waterfalls, and capture shots of your friends riding Icelandic horses or trekking across a glacier.

Icelandic History & Folklore

Meet Icelandic storytellers to hear about the island’s rich mythological history and how local legends were inspired by the country’s volcanic landscapes. Visit the icy lair of a mythical giant; learn about local beliefs surrounding elves, gnomes, and trolls; and hear the sagas of legendary Icelandic heroes.

Climate Science

Witness the impacts of climate change firsthand as you trek across the Snaefellsjokull glacier. Learn about Iceland’s tectonic activity from a National Geographic volcanologist, and then hear how locals are harnessing the power of the energy produced by the country’s geothermal landscapes.

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